Hue Imperial and Forbidden city in 2,5 hours walking tour

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You can select up to 8 travelers in total.

Adult (7-90) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 8

Child (2-6) Minimum: 0, Maximum: 6

Book online or call: +1 437 970 2890

Free Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Option 2: Special Experience

2 Adults x $85.00

$170.00

Approx Total

$170.00

Explore Citadel by Buggy: After Imperial City, follow the guide to take a buggy to move around the canal inside the citadel and get more fun experience
Duration: 4 hours: Spend around 2,5 hours Inside Imperial city and seating buggy to move around the Citadel
Imperial City and Citadel
Buggy

Opt 3: Dong Ba and Thien Mu

2 Adults x $85.00

$170.00

Approx Total

$170.00

More attractions: After Imperial City, follow the guide to Dong Ba market & Thien Mu pagoda. Includes: Tour guide, buggy Not include: Entry fee
Duration: 4 hours
3 attractions: From Imperial City to Dong Ba market and Thien Mu Pagoda
Buggy

Option 4 with Royal Tombs

2 Adults x $135.00

$270.00

Approx Total

$270.00

3 most popular tombs: This option takes you to Imperial City and visit the most popular tombs in Hue: Minh Mang, Khai Dinh, and Tu Duc Tomb.
Duration: 6 hours
From Imperial city to the tomb: Imperial city Minh Mang tomb Khai Dinh Tomb Tu Duc tomb
Private Car: After Imperial City, our driver will take us to the royal tombs

Option 1: Small group of 8

2 Adults x $29.75

$59.50

Approx Total

$59.50

Small Group Walking Tour: Option 1: small group (Max: 8 people) Duration: 2,5 hours Do not include: the entrance fee
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
Imperial and Forbidden City

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Guiding fee

Entrance fee

Overview

Please note that there are 4 options Opt 1: Small group tour to Imperial City Opt 2. Special Experience Opt 3: Private tour to Imperial City, Dong Ba market, and Thien Mu Pagoda Opt 4: Private tour to Imperial City and Royal tombs. Depending on the option you choose, the itinerary, and duration is different. Please read carefully!!! Option 1: This short tour lasts 2.5 hours, exploring the Imperial and Forbidden City inside the Hue Citadel. This program is specially designed to help you understand the following: * The history of the Nguyễn Dynasty and Vietnam under 13 emperors * The unique architecture from the Nguyễn Dynasty period (1802-1945) and why it was recognized by UNESCO as the first world cultural heritage site in Vietnam in 1993. * The fascinating royal life inside the Imperial & Forbidden City. * And more...

Meeting points

There is a ticket booth in front of the Meridian gate. I will wait for you here

End point

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Itinerary

The Noon Gate (Cua Ngo Mon)

Meet your tour guide at the meeting point, walk to Ngo Mon gate to get general information about the tour and function of this gate during the time of the Nguyen Dynasty.

20 minutes
Thai Hoa Palace

Thai Hoa Palace is the next stop. This is the most important palace among the 5 palaces built on a main axis in the Hue Imperial City, used for grand court sessions and the coronation of new emperors.

10 minutes
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Hien Lam Pavilion is one of the few remaining structures inside the Hue Citadel. Let's admire and understand more about this over 200-year-old building.

10 minutes
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The Nine Dynastic Urns is the collective name for the 9 bronze urns cast during the reign of King Minh Mang.

10 minutes
The Mieu Temple

The Mieu Temple was built to worship the Nguyen Dynasty kings after their death. This is one of the 5 temples inside the Hue Citadel.

10 minutes
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Chuong Duc Gate is one of the 4 gates of the Imperial City, exclusively for women

10 minutes
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Dien Tho Palace was for the king's mother to live in. This is a large complex surrounded by a high wall, with many different structures inside.

20 minutes
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Truong Du Pavilion is where the king's mother would enjoy the scenery and drink tea in her free time. This building is also located within the Dien Tho Palace complex.

10 minutes
Hue Royal Palace (Pass By)

The Forbidden Purple City is the name of the third enclosure within the Hue Imperial City, exclusively for the king's family, including his wives and children. Inside the Forbidden Purple City, there are many structures with different functions.
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Dien Kien Trung has just been reopened after 5 years of being completely rebuilt on the old foundation.

20 minutes
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Thai Binh Lau (Peaceful Palace) was where the king would read books and enjoy the scenery. It is an extremely beautiful structure.

10 minutes
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Thieu Phuong Garden, also known as the Royal Garden, has been restored with extremely eye-catching scenery. It was a place for the king and his family to stroll and enjoy the scenery.

10 minutes
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Hien Nhon Gate was for civil and military mandarins to enter the Imperial City to work with the king. This is also where we end the 2.5-hour walking tour inside the Imperial City.

10 minutes

Additional Info

Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Free Cancellation

February 05100% refund

February 06No refund

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